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Fitness motivation: training for a mud run

Posted on by Angie Tinsley

One of the best ways to stay motivated with fitness is to set an end goal. Having something to work toward can help put each treadmill workout in perspective and provide you with a sense of achievement in reaching and attaining your health needs.

For a runners, races are always a great option for goal setting. It’s something a runner of any fitness level can participate in, and it allows you to set up a training program you must stick to in order to be successful. To make things even more exciting, sign up for a mud run and/or obstacle course. Continue reading “Fitness motivation: training for a mud run”

Finding the right cardio workout to ease knee pain

Posted on by Angie Tinsley

Knee pain is a common issue for many people. Whether it’s the result of an injury sustained playing sports or in an accident due to overuse and overtraining, knee pain must be treated. Ignoring signs can create more problems, and could lead to the need for intensive interventions down the road, such as surgery.

Whether an old injury flares up sometimes or you suddenly find yourself with less leg mobility, it’s important to take the necessary steps to ease knee pain and stay active. Continue reading “Finding the right cardio workout to ease knee pain”

How do you become a runner?

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Running is a great option for cardio workouts. It can be done with cardio fitness equipment like a home treadmill or in the great outdoors. Running anywhere and it’s helpful for overall body, mind and heart health.

Maybe you’ve heard friends, coworkers or family discuss their love of running, seen people gathering in your city for a race or maybe you just want to try something new for your fitness plan. No matter your reasoning, becoming a runner can be a fun and exciting new adventure as long as you follow some simple steps to train properly and avoid injuries. Continue reading “How do you become a runner?”

Breathing properly is important for running

Posted on by Angie Tinsley

Running, whether outdoors or on a home treadmill, requires proper breathing technique for endurance and pacing to successfully finish however many miles you’ve planned that day. If you’re training for a 5k, 8k, 15k or even a marathon, employing the proper breathing techniques will ensure that you have a great run and don’t end up out of breath after only a few minutes. Continue reading “Breathing properly is important for running”

What are the best food options before and after exercise?

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Living a healthy lifestyle requires making changes in every aspect of your life. Being really vigilant with exercise and always sticking to your fitness plan is great, but if you continue to eat poorly and make the wrong nutrition choices, it will counter the good you’re doing with the exercise.

To see the most results and benefits, you should create a workout plan and also a food plan. Fitness professionals suggest that to maintain a higher metabolism and avoid growing too hungry and binge eating, people should eat five to six smaller meals throughout the day. Continue reading “What are the best food options before and after exercise?”

Creating a cardio circuit training program

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For many people, finding time to work out can be a challenge. Whether you’re looking to lift weights or do cardio, is can be a struggle to find a free part of the day to devote solely to exercise, but circuit training can make this possible.

Circuit training is great for a number of reasons. For people who work, it’s time efficient and can be finished in as little as 30 minutes. Circuit training is also usually offers a total body workout  so every part gets attention. When people think of circuit training, they usually think of weight lifting and setting up various stations to challenge and strengthen muscles. Continue reading “Creating a cardio circuit training program”

Improve running regimen with yoga

Posted on by Angie Tinsley

Cross training in fitness can have a multitude of benefits, including injury prevention, improved ability and added flexibility. It also keeps workouts dynamic and interesting so your body doesn’t plateau and can keep seeing the benefits of physical activity.

Running is one activity that people either love or hate. For lovers of running, injuries are a common problem from twisted ankles to shin splints, tendonitis and other complications. Adding yoga to your fitness plan can have a host of benefits. Continue reading “Improve running regimen with yoga”

The great debate: weights or cardio first?

Posted on by Angie Tinsley

A very common question, especially when people are starting a new fitness regime or getting back into working out, is what sort of exercise to perform first: weights or cardio.

The truth is, it depends on what your fitness goals are. Cardio and weight training don’t have to be performed on the same day, but if you’re doubling up, think about what you’re trying to achieve and how much weight you plan on lifting. Continue reading “The great debate: weights or cardio first?”

Overcoming Achilles tendonitis

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Injuries can be a real pain when you’re a fitness enthusiast. Lower body injuries can be especially challenging if you’re a runner or a cyclist. It’s always wise to take precautions against becoming injured, but sometimes they are unavoidable.

Achilles tendonitis is a frustrating injury that occurs when the Achilles tendon becomes inflamed from overuse or excessive strain. The Achilles tendon joins the heel bone to the calf muscles and is located at the back of the leg. It’s the body’s largest tendon and can endure a lot, but is still susceptible to injury when pushed too hard from too many miles logged on the home treadmill like the PS100 Treadmill or stationary bikes like the ES9.0 Upright Bike. Continue reading “Overcoming Achilles tendonitis”